United Kingdom, Jan. 9 -- Apple CEO Tim Cook was paid approximately $74.3 million in total compensation in 2025.

In a newly-disclosed filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the 65-year-old boss' compensation remained broadly flat year over year, dipping only marginally from 2024.

As in previous years, the bulk of his pay came in the form of equity, as Cook received a $3 million base salary, alongside $57.5 million in stock awards, with the remainder made up of performance-linked bonuses and other compensation, including security and private jet costs.

Apple's board framed the package as recognition of Cook's long-term leadership, which has seen the company navigate a turbulent operating environment marked by geopolitical p...